The answer is yes!!! It is okay to clean your window treatments, although you want to take into consideration the material that it is made of out of when doing so. Regular cleaning will help keep them in good condition and extend their longevity.
Ideally, you should dust your window treatments every other day or so. Then every couple of weeks, you can do a deeper clean, such as wiping them down with a cleanser. Just be careful not to over wash your curtains or drapes, as they could fade or even fray from excessive cleaning.
Let’s break things down a bit, starting with shutters. Try to dust your shutters regularly with a feather duster or a clean lint-free cloth. To remove debris, use a canned dusting spray and then wipe them clean with a cloth.
For blinds you can use a dryer sheet to limit the dust accumulation. With sheer blinds you can use a hairdryer, just set it on cool to blow off any dust. If you have blinds with casings, you can remove them and wash on the gentle cycle. Do not put them in the dryer. Instead, after they are washed, put the fabric back on the blinds and allow them to air dry.
When cleaning drapes or curtains it is best to have them dry cleaned professionally, this will help preserve the fabric. Any other form of washing will break the material down over time. You can also use a vacuum, with the brush attachment, to gently lift away debris.
For shades, you can also use a hairdryer on the coldest setting to blow away anything that has gotten stuck in the shade. Now, if you have roller shades, you can keep them clean by using a damp cloth and laundry detergent. When dusting these window treatments, it is best to use a feather duster.
The best course of action when it comes to keeping your window treatments clean is to make sure you are attending to them on a regular basis, this will help preserve them in the long run. A good way to make sure this happens, is to add them into your normal cleaning schedule.
So, there you have it, cleaning your window treatments 101! Remember, as always, to stop by our social media to say hello and come back each week for more Tuesday Tips!